So, let me tell you a little bit more about why you need a Nikon D5100.

Nikon D5100 Specs

The Nikon D5100, despite its grandmotherly age of 8 years, has got some specs that make it a great entry-level camera, even in 2019. It runs on a 16.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor, shoots HD movies in 1080p and features 4fps continuous shooting.

Other Nikon D5100 specs include:

3.0” LCD monitor with 920,000 dots

11-point autofocus system

ISO range of 100-6400

1080p video capabilities

Can shoot in JPEG or RAW

Relatively lightweight at 1.2 lbs.

GeekanoidsGeekanoids runs you through a more thorough examination of all of the Nikon D5100 specs in their Nikon D5100 review above.

Nikon D5100 Body & Design

The LCD screen is admittedly the area where the Nikon D5100 shows its age the most, because it isn’t a touchscreen, but it is hinged at the side for a 180-degree pull and a 270-degree rotation. But, the LCD does feature 921,000 pixels, which is more than most cameras from this era (and honestly more than you probably need).

The viewfinder covers 95%, which is up-to-date with cameras coming out in 2019.

The playback button, information edit, zoom in and zoom out, and delete buttons are all located on the right rear of the camera, while the mode dial, live view switch, shutter and exposure comp buttons are all on the top right.

Overall, the Nikon D5100 is built like a classic with a layout that is intuitive and easy to use.

Nikon D5100 Build & Handling

One of the Nikon D5100 features I like best is the way it sits in your hand. It’s compact, it’s light, but it’s still got some curves, which means you’ve got something to grip.

But, given the Nikon D5100’s slight frame, the handling gets a little uncomfortable with heavier lenses. A good rule of thumb is to only pair the Nikon D5100 with a lens that weighs less than 1 lb.

Due to the Nikon D5100 price, however, it doesn’t come with any texturized or rubberized grips, so just to be safe, make sure you always have it secured with a sling or strap.

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